EXT1109P

3xGE, 4xGE PoE, 1xGE PD Switch Extender with 1 SFP Slot

Introduction

This Quick Start Guide is designed to guide you through the installation of the Switch Extender 3GE 4 PoE 1SFP, model EXT1109P, including hardware mounting and configuration.

Switch Extender 3GE 4 PoE 1SFP

3xGE, 4xGE PoE, 1xGE PD Switch Extender with 1 SFP Port

Model: EXT1109P

• 4 x 1G PoE+ Ports to unleash elevated speeds for IP Camera, wireless AP or VoIP Phone

• 1 x 1G PoE++ PD ports for PoE power input

• 3x 1G Ports for high-speed connections

• 1 x 1G SFP uplink ports for bandwidth-intensive applications

NOTICE:

To prevent abnormal PoE output from the Switch Extender, make sure to use a standard PoE power supply compliant with 802.3at or 802.3bt.

EXT1109P supports those PoE power supply methods

• 65w Power adapter (selective purchasing)

• 60w PoE adapter EPA5060GPT (selective purchasing)

• 90w PoE adapter EPA5090GPT (selective purchasing)

We strongly recommend using EnGenius PoE adapters (EPA5060GPT, EPA5090GPT) and the power adapter. We are not responsible for any hardware abnormalities caused by power supply issues that are not related to the equipment mentioned above.

Power Input and Power Budget about EXT1109P

• Power Input: 802.3at Type 2 (30W); Power Budget: up to 15W

• Power Input: 802.3bt Type 3 (60W); Power Budget: up to 40W

• Power Input: 802.3bt Type 4 (90W); Power Budget: up to 60W

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Hardware Overview

Hardware Installation

Configure with EnGenius FitXpress

Package Contents

Package Contents

System Requirements

Web Browser:

• Google Chrome (57.0.2987.110 and later)

• Microsoft Edge (80.0.361.103 and later)

• Mozilla Firefox (52.0 and later)

Hardware Overview

Front Panel - Ports & Buttons

Reset to default: Press and hold for over 10 seconds, and all ports LED will go off and on. Then the device will be reset to factory default settings.

Front Panel - System & Ports LEDs

Hardware Installation

The EXT1109P can be mounted on the wall. Please perform the steps to install:

Place on a Flat Surface

Attach the Rubber Footpads at the bottom of the Switch Extender at each corner. The Rubber Footpads help secure the Switch Extender and protect it from vibration and shock when stacking.

*The display model may be varied according to different models.

Wall Mount

1. Determine where the Switch Extender will be placed and mark the location on the surface for the two mounting holes. Use the appropriate drill bit to drill two 8.1mm diagram and 26mm-deep holes on the marks.

2. For easy installation, it is recommended to use the adhesive label inside the Package Content to confirm the screw hole positions.

3. Screw the Anchors into the holes until they are flush with the wall; screw the included Screws into the Anchors but leave the screw head sticking out so you can hang the Switch Extender on it.

4. Place Switch Extender against the wall onto the Screw heads.

Management Plane

EnGenius Cloud provides flexibility to manage your devices based on your network planning and deployment.

Option A: EnGenius Cloud To-Go

Option B: EnGenius FitXpress

Cloud Management - Cloud To-Go

Manage and monitor the switch through the EnGenius Cloud To-Go with a mobile app or through the web portal.

⬇️ Download the Cloud To-Go mobile app here

Cloud Management - FitXpress

Manage and monitor the switch through the FitXpress Platform with a mobile app or through the web portal.

⬇️ Download the FitXpress mobile app here

Configure with EnGenius Cloud

Step1: Register Device

You can register the device either by Cloud To-Go mobile app or the EnGenius Cloud platform.

Cloud To-Go Mobile App

You can register the switch with the Cloud To-Go app.

1. Open and log in to the EnGenius Cloud To-Go mobile app.

2. Scan the QR code on the back of the device via the app

3. If the camera successfully scans a QR code, the app will display the Device Information. You could tap "Register" to complete the Registration.

4. Registered devices will be shown on the Inventory&License page. Slide left the device and click "Add to Network" add the device to your personalized Network.

Network: Management domain shared same configurations within EnGenius Cloud.

EnGenius Cloud Platform

1. Login into the EnGenius Cloud Platform: https://cloud.engenius.ai/

2. Go to the home > Inventory page and click "Register Device".

3. Enter the Serial Number of the device(s) for device registration. Please refer to "User Manual-Registering Devices to Organization".

4. Select the registered device and click "Assign to Network" to add the device to your personalized Network.

Network: Management domain shared same configurations within EnGenius Cloud.

Step 2: Connect to EnGenius Cloud

Log in to the EnGenius Cloud Platform to configure detailed settings. For more information, please refer to User Manual.

EnGenius Cloud Connected

Once the device is powered on and ready to connect to the Internet, It will automatically download the default configuration settings from EnGenius Cloud for automated provisioning.

When the Switch is connected to the EnGenius Cloud Platform for the first time, it will automatically check the latest available firmware. If the firmware upgrade is required, it might take 8~10 minutes to complete the process.

Step 3: Manage with the EnGenius Cloud

Log in to the EnGenius Cloud Platform to configure detailed settings. For more information, please refer to User Manual.

Troubleshooting

If your Switch cannot be managed by the EnGenius Cloud Platform, there might be a problem with connecting to EnGenius Cloud.

To troubleshoot the connection issue, you may log in to the Local Status page:

1. Make sure that your computer is on the same subnet with the switch (192.168.0.0/24) and directly connect to it with an RJ-45 cable.

2. Under your web browser, enter the URL: http://192.168.0.239 to access the Switch's local web interface.

3. You can review the device status after logging into the Switch with the default admin account/password (admin/password).

4. Check the information on the MONITOR and take action if necessary.

*The display model number may be varied according to different models.

Change IP Assignment Settings

By default, the EnGenius Cloud Switch (ECS series) is assigned an IP address dynamically by the DHCP server. If you encounter issues with IP address assignment, please double-check the IP setting, including IP address, subnet mask, gateway, DNS, and management VLAN. If the issue still exists, you may change your IP assignment from "DHCP " to "Static" via the following procedure.

1. Go to the Configure> Local Settings section.

2. Change the Configuration setting to "Use Static IP".

3. Configure the IP address, gateway, subnet mask, and DNS settings.

4. Reconnect this Switch to the LAN network and try again.

Change the Management Plane

If you want to manage your device through FitXpress, please unregister your Switch Extender device on Cloud platform first. Then, register the device on FitXpress. You can follow the steps below to deregister a device.

• Navigate to the Switch Extender page.

• Select your Switch Extender device.

• Click "Remove from Network" to delete Switch Extender device on Switch Extender device page.

• Go to "Inventory & License".

• Select your Switch Extender device on "Inventory & License" page.

• Click "De-Register Device" on "Inventory & License" page to delete Switch Extender device.

• Press the reset button for 10 seconds to return the device to its default settings.

• Follow the Cloud Management - FitXpress instructions to register the Switch Extender.

Configure with EnGenius FitXpress

Step 1: Connecting to Ethernet

Connect the Ethernet cable from the EnGenius Switch Extender directly to the DHCP-enabled network and make sure the switch can reach the Internet.

Step 2: Register Device

You can register the switch with the FitXpress app.

1. Open the FitXpress mobile app and create an account.

2. Log in and go to the Devices section. Click the Add(+) button.

3. Scan the QR code on the back of the device via the app.

*The display model number may be varied according to different models.

4. If the camera successfully scans a QR code, the app will display the device Information. You could tap "Register" to complete the registration.

*The display model number may be varied according to different models.

Step 3: Connect to the FitXpress

Once the device is powered on and ready to connect to the Internet, the PWR LED will stay Solid On, which means the device is now connected to the FitXpress platform. It will automatically download the default configuration settings from FitXpress for automated provisioning.

When the switch is connected to the FitXpress platform for the first time, it will automatically check the latest available firmware. If the firmware upgrade is required, it might take 8~10 minutes to complete the process.

Step 4: Manage with FitXpress

Log in to the FitXpress app to configure detailed settings and monitor your devices.

*The display model number may be varied according to different models.

Change the Management Plane

If you want to manage your device through another cloud mmanagement, please unregister your Switch Extender device on FitXpress first. Then, register the device on Cloud To-Go. You can follow the steps below to deregister a device.

• Navigate to the device page.

• Select your Switch Extender device on Switch Extender page.

• Click "Delete Device" to delete Switch Extender on device page.

• Press the reset button for 10 seconds to return the device to its default settings.

• Follow the Cloud Management - Cloud To-Go instructions to register the Switch Extender.